As long as you don't copy the computer program to produce the font, you are not violating US copyright law and cannot be sued. You can customize a typeface as part of a logo design. While the typeface won't be subject to copyright, the logo design is classified as an artistic piece and therefore is covered.
Do you need permission to use a font?
If the font belongs to a 3rd party, then you need to go directly to them to get permission to use it commercially. So if you plan on releasing an app using the code for a font you found in Microsoft Word, you'll need to get written permission to use that specific code from Microsoft.
Can you get fined for using a font?
If you did not reproduce the font and distribute it you have not broken any U.S. criminally punishable law. If you only used a font in your work that you were not licensed to use then you can not be punished under the law. If you distributed the actual font with your work then maybe you could be punished.
What happens if u use a font without license?
Fonts are creative and intellectual property. If caught using a font without the proper license, the user will have to purchase the correct license for the font and in some cases pay damages to the originating foundry. Using a font without the proper license also prevents the type designer from being fully. compensated
Can I use any font for a logo?
Can you use a font as a logo? Yes, provided you have a proper license for that font. Also, remember that it's a good idea to tweak the font in small ways so that it stands out from a simple logotype. Otherwise, your logo may look like thousands of other logos.Feb 1, 2019
What is the best font to use for a logo?
- 10 Best Modern Fonts. Helvetica® Now.
- 10 Best Modern Fonts. Helvetica® Now.
- Helvetica® Now. Original Helvetica is probably the most ubiquitous font ever, especially when it comes to branding.
- Proxima Nova.
- TT Norms Pro.
- FF DIN®
- Avenir® Next.
- Nexa™